http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:51:20 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Lately, sale agreements have been cancelled because the property appraised for less than the contract price. The buyer is unwilling or cannot put more money down for fear of overpaying in a percieved down market and the seller has already lost so much percieved value that the seller will not ... http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=142 After a close brush with the deadline, Congress has passed an extension of the Homebuyer Tax Credit closing deadline, the Homebuyer Assistance and Improvement Act (H.R. 5623). The extension applies only to transactions that have ratified contracts in place as of April 30, 2010 that have not yet closed. ... http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=140 For those looking to sell their luxury Florida home, the experienced team of Courtney Silverman Real Estate Group can help visit www.CourtneySilverman.com or call (954) 315-3925. (PRWEB) June 23, 2010- as the economy remains uncertain and foreclosures have yet to decrease from alarming numbers the use of short sales is ... http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=136 This time of year is so beautiful with the blooming trees in Weston, Florida. Check out the State of Florida Official tree - The Royal PoincianaFor several weeks in spring and summer it is covered with exuberant clusters of flame-red flowers, 4-5 in (1.2-12.7 cm) across. Even up close ... http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=135 When buying a home one should also consider the size of the community / neighborhood to see where you and your family may feel most comfortable. Another consideration is how close to the community pool do you want your home. Some of the communities in Weston with pools are larger ... http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=131 Approved Short Sale - Majestic Masterpiece On 3.87 Acres, Romantic Master Suite W/ His And Her Baths, Octagon Sitting Area, Billiards And Exercise Rooms, Lounge W/ Wood Floors And Fireplace, 60x45 Trophy Room, 26x20 Home Theater, Dining Room 25x14 W/Adjoining Wine Cellar, 3 Offices, Servants Quarters, 60x30 Heated Pool And ... http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=130 I just took a 3-hour Core Law course for part of my continuing education. #1 Consumer Complaint in Real Estate is Unlicensed Activity. These unlicensed activities would include people advertising a real estate service, appraising, conducting an auction, selling, exchanging, buying, renting, and leasing as it relates to real estate. http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=124 While Florida has long been the top state for international buyers, the current real estate market is attracting U.S. and overseas investors due to low prices and an increased number of bank-owned distressed properties, according to the NAR National Association of Realtors and the FAR Florida Association of REALTORS.  http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=123 EFFECTIVE APRIL 6, 2009  MINIMUM CREDIT SCORE FOR F.H.A. PURCHASES IS -600 http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=122 The single most common question I am asked is, "What is happening with my homes value"?  This is not always an easy question to answer because there are so many variables from home to home.  There is good news for you if you live in the Broward County, area.   Courtney Silverman Real Estate ... http://WestonFLRealEstateBlog.com/?p=121